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Champak Chatterjee obtained his Ph.D. in Chemistry with a focus on Chemical Biology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2005. He subsequently worked as a post-doctoral researcher at Rockefeller University in New York City, specializing in chemical biology. Chatterjee's research revolves around developing atom-efficient, water-compatible organic synthetic methodologies, as well as studying protein chemistry. His lab is engaged in innovative molecular biological methods aimed at understanding human gene regulation and reversible post-translational modifications. Students and trainees in the Chatterjee lab can expect to master techniques in small-molecule and peptide synthesis, bioanalytical and biophysical measurements, as well as molecular biology and mammalian cell culture. His former trainees have successfully moved on to assistant professorships, startups, and postdoctoral research positions, showcasing the impact of his mentorship. Outside of academia, Chatterjee emphasizes the importance of a sound mind in a sound body, with hiking being a popular group activity among his lab members.
Rockefeller University • New York City
Conducted research in Chemical Biology.
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